Embedded Software Engineer

Apton, Inc.; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Apton, Inc. in Mountain View, CA seeks an experienced embedded systems engineer to lead the development of Automotive Digital Key and Vehicle Access solutions, integrating BLE/NFC/UWB and ensuring CCC certification.

The role requires strong C/C++, FreeRTOS, Classic AUTOSAR, ISO 26262 Functional Safety, and hands-on work across middleware, ECU platforms, and validation activities in a fast-paced automotive environment.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with Automotive Digital Key systems.
• CCC Digital Key certification processes and compliance.
• Strong understanding of BLE architecture, profiles, GATT/GAP, pairing/bonding, security and connection management.
• Proficiency in C/C++ programming.
• Hands-on experience with FreeRTOS and embedded RTOS development.
• Experience with Classic AUTOSAR.
• Familiarity with ISO 26262 functional-safety concepts and processes.

Responsibilities

• Deliver secure, reliable Automotive Digital Key and Vehicle Access solutions across BLE/NFC/UWB interfaces.
• Bridge Digital Key middleware with FreeRTOS, Classic AUTOSAR, and ASIL-compliant ECU platforms through development, integration, vehicle validation, and CCC certification.

Skills

Automotive Digital Key systems

CCC Digital Key certification

BLE architecture & security

C/C++

FreeRTOS

Classic AUTOSAR

ISO 26262

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Computer Science, Embedded Systems, or related

Job description

The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering secure, reliable, safety-compliant Automotive Digital Key and Vehicle Access solutions, bridging BLE/NFC/UWB connectivity, Digital Key middleware, FreeRTOS, Classic AUTOSAR, and ASIL-compliant ECU platforms through development, integration, vehicle validation, and CCC certification.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Computer Science, Embedded Systems, or a related discipline.

Strong hands-on experience with Automotive Digital Key systems.

Experience with CCC Digital Key certification and compliance

Strong understanding of Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) architecture, profiles, GATT/GAP, pairing/bonding, security, and connection management.

Strong programming skills in C/C++.

Hands-on experience with FreeRTOS and embedded real-time software development.

Strong experience with Classic AUTOSAR.

Understanding of ISO 26262 functional-safety concepts and development processes.